Housing and Living Costs

There are many apartments and privately owned dormitories located near and around Keio University SFC. Although there is currently no on-campus housing available for students, the Student Life Section can assist students with finding a place to live while they study at SFC.

As a rough standard, the average monthly rent for a studio apartment in the Shonandai area (location of the closest train station to SFC), as of February 2013, ranges from ￥40,000 to ￥80,000, excluding utilities. These units are self-catering and usually include all en-suite facilities like a shower, restroom and kitchen. Please note that apartments in Japan often charge additional move-in fees – such as a deposit, agent fee, key money and fire insurance – which can accumulate to several months of rent.

Privately owned dormitories located near SFC charge an estimated ￥80,000 to ￥160,000 per month, depending on the type of room (single, double, etc.), and inclusion of catering, utilities and en-suite facilities. Keio University offers more economical dormitories in Tokyo and Yokohama, but they are less conveniently located. Dormitories do not charge additional move-in fees.

Other living costs (such as food, course materials, public transportation, leisure and clothing) will vary according to individual circumstances, but generally students should budget for about ￥900,000 per year (Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO). Student Guide to Japan [2012-2013]).